A Child Is Receiving Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN; Hyperalimentation)

question 41

Multiple Choice

A child is receiving total parenteral nutrition (TPN; hyperalimentation) .At the end of 8 hours,the nurse observes the solution and notes that 200 mL/8 hr is being infused rather than the ordered amount of 300 mL/8 hr.The nurse should adjust the rate so that how much will infuse during the next 8 hours?

• A) 200 mL
• B) 300 mL
• C) 350 mL
• D) 400 mL

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Definitions:

Homologous

Relating to or derived from a similar origin, especially referring to structures that have the same evolutionary background but may serve different functions.

Cul-de-sac

A blind alley or dead-end street, but in anatomy, it refers to a sac- or pouch-like cavity or space that is closed at one end.

Puncture

The act of making a small hole in something, often for medical reasons such as to draw blood or administer medication.

Surgical

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